When your due date arrives, you will be more than ready to have your baby! Most women deliver the baby somewhere between 37 and 42 weeks. According to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, only 5% of babies arrive on the exact due date. Approximately 7% of babies are not delivered by 42 weeks, and when that happens, it is referred to as a "post-term pregnancy."
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Depends:
There are some medications that you shouldn't take, like decongestants, if you are pregnant. A good cough medicine is plain old honey. It will coat the throat, is safe to use often, and tastes better.
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Cough drops:
Depends on the active ingredients as well as the quantity consumed. Once you know the active ingredients you can re-ask the question here if you like and get a more complete answer
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Consult OB:
I agree with your ob-gyn- no medicine unless mandtory during your first trimester. Dark brown honey is an excellent cough suppresant and quite soothing. Most obs will not recommend medication at this time.
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See doctor:
First make sure that your problem is merely a cold and not from something else like asthma or sinusitis. In the 1st trimester of pregnancy, it is best to avoid taking any drug whenever possible but you should not avoid treatment which is necessary. In the meanwhile, try tea with honey to see if it helps your cough.
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Cough and cold:
Greetings. Unfortunately, you are at risk to be exposed to a cold or fluvirus from the cough you described In your situation. Since it was a la get room and the man was coughing in a different direction, the odds are lower but still present. After any concerning exposure, drink water and rinse your nose with a salineirrigation. This will help wash away virus molecules before infection sets in.
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Some suggestions:
I would suggest nasal saline, lozenges, warm liquids and rest.
Here is a link for more information: http://www.webmd.com/baby/safe-otc-cold-and-flu-treatment-to-use-during-pregnancy
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Coughing is an important way to keep your throat and airways clear. However, excessive coughing may mean you have an underlying disease or disorder. Some coughs are dry, while others are considered productive. A productive cough is one that brings up mucus.
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